Ensalada de Pollo con Hierbas Frescas y Mayonesa de Limón

Ingredientes

• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot (or scallion (green onion))
• 2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon zest
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 12 ounces cooked boneless, skinless chicken (12-14 ounces) (sliced into bite-sized cubes (2 cups))
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (such as tarragon, parsley, basil, dill, chives or a combination of your preference)
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• Lettuce leaves

Preparación

1. 1

   --- Herb Mayo Dressing ---

2. 2

   Put the mayonnaise, yogurt, shallot or green onion, lemon zest, cayenne and salt and pepper to taste in a small bowl. Stir together until blended. The dressing will keep up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

3. 3

   --- Chicken Salad ---

4. 4

   In a large bowl, stir the chicken with the herbs, olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Add the dressing and fold it into the chicken until it's evenly coated.

5. 5

   Serve the chicken salad as with lettuce or add to toasted bread to make a sandwich.